Luxurious old mill with sophisticated decor. Spacious and elegant bedroom with super king size bed, pure cotton beddings. Generous breakfast. Home cocked original meal optional (not included in the price). The house is surrounded by nature. It sits on its own island in the Dronne river. Easy trips to many beautiful towns and villages. St. Emilion and Pomerol are just 40km away. Great place for wine and food enthusiasts, adventurous minded or those just seeking peace and quiet.

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The property is located in a small hamlet on the outskirts of St Aulaye. Set in a peaceful rural location with wonderful countryside views we offer bed and breakfast as well as self-catering accommodation in gites. Set in 5 acres we have a swimming pool, tennis court and games room for the use of guests as well as several outdoor seating areas.
Please Note -Prices shown are the nightly rate for B&B for two people. In July and August weekly bookings are preferred - prices available on enquiry.

Orchard House is set within 5 acres along with the owners house and an independent gite. Bed and Breakfast is offered outside peak season for up to 4 guests in two separate bedrooms with a shared bathroom.

The setting is very peaceful and perfect for relaxing and walking while also being close to many interesting villages and sites in the area. River beaches, fishing and canoeing are available nearby.

Anne and Mick were very helpful from the day we booked to the day we arrived. We arrived late and yet there was no problem using the pool at 10 pm which was still very warm (26 degrees Celsius) . We only stayed one night to the despair of the girls ( 16 and 19) who also found the accommodation great and that says a lot. Breakfast was plentiful, info about what to see around great. Can t fault the place. Nice and airy accommodation, ideal with teenagers We will be back probably for longer. Thank you very much for making the start of our holidays such a success.

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A unique peaceful studio located in idyllic rural France. Here you are surrounded by woodlands, lakes and wildlife - an inspiring location, far away from any distractions of the modern world.
Our accommodation offers a relaxing home-from-home environment whether you're on your own, a couple or a group of up to 5 people. When designing the space we have tried to consider the environment and many pieces of furniture are vintage and 'up cycled' from natural materials.
Carla and Dai
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First Floor : Bedroom / lounge/ kitchen
The apartment is open planned with a comfortable seating area with TV*and dvd player. Two doubles and one single bed (all bed linen is provided) A fully equipped kitchen with gas hob, electric oven, fridge/freezer, kettle, toaster plus all standard cooking utensils. The dining area has a large table that comfortably sits five people.
Ground Floor : Open planned space / Toilet & shower room.
A magnificent large open space - usually used for bands to rehearse.
The room features a 10ft curved ceiling, Cinema Screen and large glass sliding doors - providing lots of natural daylight and access to the garden area. There is a separate toilet and shower room and both floors benefit from air-conditioning and heating. (towels and toiletries are provided.)
Outdoors
We have large grounds to explore as well as a small fishing lake which has plenty of Carp. There is an outdoor dining area which seats up to six people to take full advantage of the long warm summers. By night the sky is covered in wonderful stars and views of the Milky Way Galaxy!
*Please note the TV has no channels, just dvd/hdmi lead.

I would highly recommend to stay at Carla and Dai's place if you want a have a relaxing and peaceful stay. The house is actually located into the recording studio which is really original! There are plenty of musical instruments and the decoration is creative. A vynil player and a lot of good records are also made available, we really enjoyed playing 70s-80s songs! Dai was always available to support us. Do not hesitate to book the place in you are in the mood for a relaxing break surrounding by nature

Highly recommend Dai & Carla's place. Beautiful location, close to nature and awesome friendly hosts. Couldn't fault the house, really nice interior and layout, obviously a lot of time spent on the lovely space. My husband loved that he could play the drums in the recording studio :) The local town is also really nice with lots of little shops and restaurants. Look forward to going back again & keeping in touch with the hosts!

Claudia islmaël and did everything to make our stay: provision of cots, high chairs. They responded very quickly to our questions for the organization of our stay. The accommodation is renovated with taste and is very pleasant. The garden is huge and offers a magnificent view. The area is quiet and the neighbors were very friendly and welcoming. Full information is made available to enable us to enjoy your holiday: a booklet with the monuments and villages to visit, market days, the lakes for swimming ...

Anne2016-08-05T00:00:00Z

Ishmael and Claudia were listening to us and accommodating about trip preparation. The reception at the house to be nice. The interior is beautiful and recently renovated. However, given the size of the building and the outside temperature was a bit difficult to optenir correct temperature on the length of stay (Friday evening to Sunday afternoon). We had some disappointments (shower bite electricity upstairs jumping) but it was reported to and considered. Overall our stay was satisfactory.

Alix2017-01-01T00:00:00Z

A very nice property which obviously has been well maintained with a lot of time, effort and money spent on it. Everything worked very well and having 2 bathrooms/showers and easy parking was excellent.Towels, linen etc were excellent. Plenty of safe space outside for children to play. Chalais, which is a fairly large town, is about 4 miles away with some pretty villages and towns nearby and a lot if you are prepared to motor upto about 35 miles which will take in Angouleme, Bergerac and St Emilion. We also liked, and photographed, the small 'stonehenge' in the village of Montguyon (a turning off the centre of the high street but poorly marked and can only be seen when travelling in one direction - 'Dolm la Pierre Folle'). There are a lot of French restaurants everywhere and for those with youngsters there are plenty of McDonalds around and the Buffalo Grill group is very good/cheap with a 3 course steak meal etc with waitress service for about 12 euros. We saw many cows from the house/barn and regularly a hare would pass - also a little further away we saw squirrels and 2 baby deer. We had a lovely holiday and would recommend it to all who like to be in the country and away from the city life and spend some time sitting in the sunshine with a good book and site seeing.

Reginald2017-07-29T00:00:00Z

Ismaël Et Claudia’s place is a recently renovated, secluded, rustic grange. It has everything you might need and is perfect for quiet relaxation. The hosts have provided excellent information about the surrounding region, and everything necessary for a comfortable stay has been thought of. We enjoyed barbecuing vegetables we picked up at the local market in Chalais on Monday. Highly recommended.

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The family suite has its own private entrance at the end of the passage, with two lovely, sunny bedrooms - Room 1 with a double bed and Room 2 with two single beds. Quality linen and towels are provided with good, firm mattresses to ensure a good night's sleep. The bedrooms share a bathroom (shower only). Breakfast is included. Free wifi

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Family friendly Holiday Home, pets welcome (upon prior approval), soft lighting in the evening around the pool. Quiet, rural area in sunny South Charente.
Fully equipped house with linen, fully fitted kitchen and bathroom.
Enjoy your stay with us, we look forward to having you enjoy our home.
Please note: the pool area is closed for Winter from Oct 1st thru May 1st.

Our place overlooks a gorgeous, undulating green area. There are plenty of rural roads for quiet walks and lots to do nearby. St Aulaye has tree climbing and a small beach. We are driving distant from Bordeaux and the Wild Coast where you can surf and enjoy the area.

The village of Bazac is a small village located west of France. The town of Bazac is located in the department of Charente of the french region Poitou-Charentes. The town of Bazac is located in the township of Chalais part of the district of Angoulême.

Sarah was very mindful and made us feel very welcome in her charming country house, which is nicely situated in the quaint village of St Avit. The place was just as she describes in the listing and I highly recommend it to those who are looking for a break from city life.

Franz2015-10-19T00:00:00Z

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The property is located in a small hamlet on the outskirts of St Aulaye. Set in a peaceful rural location with wonderful countryside views we offer bed and breakfast as well as self-catering accommodation in a gite. Set in 5 acres we have a swimming pool, tennis court and games room for the use of guests as well as several outdoor seating areas.
Prices are based on B&B for two people. During July and August weekly bookings are preferable (up to 4 people) and prices are available on request

The Old Apple Store is full of character and can accommodate up to four people with shared bathroom.

The setting is very peaceful and perfect for relaxing and walking while also being close to many interesting villages and sites in the area. River beaches, fishing and canoeing are available nearby.

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Fayette Villa & Pool is set in 3 acres of Private Grounds in the beautiful Dordogne Countryside, and is an ideal centre to visit the Major Bordeaux Vineyards.
The 6 x 12 m Pool is heated and just 1km away is the pretty village of Parcoul, with its village shop, bar and restaurant, Tennis courts, Small Water Park and Canoeing .
Within 15 minutes drive there are the pretty villages of Aubeterre and St Aulaye and the town of Chalais with its weekly market, Banks and Shops.

As standard the booking is for 10 people - but there is an option to Open up an additional room with double bed for booking up to 15 people. The Villa is South facing overlooking the large heated pool and 3 acres of gardens.The grounds are full fenced and there are 5 bikes available for guest use.

This is the perfect spot for young families. The location is very private . but is just 1 km from the village with its useful Village Store, Post Office, Butchers and Bar and Restaurant. Many of our families spend 90% of their time on site making full use of the pool, table tennis and grounds, with walks and bike trails on the door step. However in the Summer you will find plenty going on in the area with Night markets, Summer Fairs, Canoeing, The Arbor Park and Water Park all nearby.

We spent three days with our family in the cottage of Suzanne and Adrian. A real country house, spacious and authentic. We were 15 people, comfortable in 7 rooms. The kitchen is well equipped with everything you need for great family meals, outdoor BBQ, very nice pool, ping pong and bicycles at our disposal that we did not even have the opportunity to use. The house is quiet, far from the road, with lots of green areas. We were seduced by the warm welcome of our hosts, their kindness and the little touches to us. Thank you very much, we hope to come back someday.

Dorota2017-05-28T00:00:00Z

Paradise Found!! We travelled (in one days ferry crossing and driving) from UK to La Fayette as two related families. We were looking for somewhere really peaceful to relax and chill out. There can be no better place for this than here. It is in deepest rural France, near enough to a couple of small towns so that supermarkets are only 15 mins drive, but far enough from the main road that nothing can be heard for most of the day but the birds, cows and chickens. The farmhouse is delightful, the main, original, building full of character with a wonderful, fully equipped kitchen which has all the pots, pans, plates, glasses, cuttlery etc. that you could possibly need with a great, 5 burner cooker, huge kitchen table, dishwasher, fridge-frezer, toaster, kettle, etc. etc. A delightful main bathroom with bath, shower and double basin. Three bedrooms, a dining area and large lounge with TV (UK channels available). Through another lounge to an annexe with well equipped laundry, washer, 2nd large fridge and 2 more bedrooms downstairs. Upstairs, another two large bedrooms (making seven in total) and bathroom with shower/toilet etc. Outside there is plenty of land, with a large, clean, heated, pool that really became the focus of our holiday. There are plenty of sunloungers, a shaded seating area and a large barbeque in the paved pool area. There are also two shaded areas outside the main house with tables and seating for a dozen or more people. Great for large family dining 'al fresco' in the evenings, then card playing, listening to music, socialising. Outside there is also a further bathroom and toilet. Being rural there is very little light pollution so we spent quite some time in the evening star gazing, watching the meteor shower, spotting satellites and the ISS passing overhead. There is plenty of grassed land around for kicking a football about or playing badminton and even an undercover shaded area with full size table tennis table. Bicyles are provided for exploring the area but we didn't try these. We had a few lound, even noisy, evenings playing our music at full volume and enjoying ourselves 'til after midnight, but being so far away from anywhere, there was no-one to upset. There're plenty of beds, each comfortable and clean, and each room has at least one electric fan for warmer nights. However, most of the house remains surprisingly cool, despite temperatures typically in the thirties each day. If you're sensible with opening windows in the morning to let the cool air through then closing the shutters before mid-day then the heat can be managed just fine. Hosts Adrian and Suzanne were exemplary. They welcomed us there with warmth and some essential supplies to get us started (including a bottle of bubbly in the fridge) and showed us around and how everything worked. Then they pretty much left us to it, perhaps popping round every few days to check if we needed anything, give us advice on...

Christopher2017-08-26T00:00:00Z

A beautiful house in the heart of the countryside. Adorable hosts. I recommend this beautiful place.

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This exquisite house is ideal for a romantic holiday for a couple offering an intimate ground floor space or with its delightful upstairs en suite double bedroom a holiday house for two couples. Set in a beautiful flower garden the house looks across ancient meadows to the river Dronne.
Secluded within the walls of a stone courtyard is a 7x4 metre private swimming pool.

This ancient building has been painstakingly restored to the highest specification and offers a host of visual delights of enormous charm. The 'shabby chic' style is derived from a wonderful mix of vernacular, artistic and retro fittings and artefacts which include a Georgian four poster bed, stained glass windows, huge stone fireplaces and a solid walnut hand crafted kitchen.
On the ground floor are four principle rooms and all but the bathroom, which is tiled, have local marine pine floors.
KITCHEN/DINING ROOM
The centrepiece of this beautiful room is a well equipped kitchen built from locally grown oak and walnut. The ceiling has been removed to reveal the ancient roof structure and 'bulls eye' windows and stained glass has been fitted in the details of the main truss. This has created a wonderful sense of space. There is a magnificent fireplace with a Godin wood burner installed. There is a dining table and chairs with comfortable seating for four people. You will enjoy eating and drinking from a lovely collection of retro chic china and glass.
SITTING ROOM
The adjoining sitting room has satellite TV which provides all the main UK channels, and a DVD player and a gramophone with a collection of vintage vinyl. This room also has a stone fireplace fitted with a Godin wood burner and is comfortably furnished.
UTILITY/CLOAK ROOM
Beyond the sitting room is the utility room which contains a washing machine, freezer, utility sink and an additional toilet. An ironing board and iron are to be found here.
BEDROOM 1 AND BATHROOM
The principle bedroom has a magnificent four poster bed which has a lovely view over the garden. The furniture is antique and the walls are hug with original art plus a large Venetian mirror.
It adjoins a massive bathroom which has as a main feature the original timber framing from the 18th century construction. The bathroom has thermostatically controlled underfloor heating, a free-standing bath, toilet and bidet, together with a six foot walk in shower and twin sinks.
BEDROOM 2 AND BATHROOM
Upstairs and completely private from bedroom 1, there is a delightful second bedroom and ensuite bathroom. As can be seen from the photo, the principle features of this room are two beautifully constructed ancient and handcrafted truss beams one of which is filled with stained glass. The second truss divides the room. Beyond it lies the double bed and bathroom - ducking necessary!
The bathroom comprises WC, basin and shower.
OUTSIDE
Outside the house is a flower garden, with sitting areas and a summer kitchen with barbecue and pizza oven. Beyond that and included in the property, lies a further half acre of enclosed meadow which has been recently planted with trees and soft fruit.
Though very peaceful there is the sound of running water from the mill race on the river and the rustling of leaves in the huge Poplar trees nearby. Trains pass in the distance, but their sound is not intrusive. BIrdlife is a key feature of the garden and the house is called 'Le Loriot' because of the song of the Golden Oriole that can be heard during Spring and Summer. Kingfishers abound on the river and kestrels nest in the next door building.
Between the house and the river is a water meadow which in Spring is carpeted first with Fritillary and then Ragged Robin before being mown for hay.

The house is situated on the edge of the tiny hamlet of Les Herveux in undiscovered 'France Profonde' with open views to the River Dronne, some 300 meters away. The Dronne is an unspoilt waterway where walking, swimming, canoeing, kayaking, fishing and occasionally otter spotting can be enjoyed. A special feature of the Dronne are the river resorts at Parcoul, St Aulaye and Aubeterre where there is safe swimming and a range of other sports and activities, as well as bars and restaurants. A little further afield, 30 minutes drive, is Lake Jemaye which is a centre for aquatic sport and other leisure activities.
Les Herveux lies on the borders of three departments: Charente, Charente Maritime and Dordogne and is about three kilometres from the small towns of La Roche Chalais and Saint Aigulin. The department of the Gironde is a few kilometres to the southwest.
There are no services in the hamlet but everything is available in the towns of Roche Chalais and Saint Aigulin which are a five minute drive away. Of special note is the Marche Fermier which is a permanent shop filled with local produce of every description which lies in the short distance between the two towns. In terms of 'real' food it can supply your every need.
Les Herxeux lies in the gastronomic heartland of of France and there are excellent local markets where the whole range of produce can be obtained. Chalais is a short distance away to the north and holds a large market every Monday. In the other direction is Coutras where a large market is held on a Saturday.
The Gironde and its magnificent vineyards lie to the southwest of the property. A forty minute drive takes you to St Emilion to the south or to the chateaux of Cotes de Bourg and Cotes de Blaye to the west. Cognac and Pineau are available locally both in shops and directly from the producer. If the purchase of wine is a priority for guests, advice is readily available from the hosts.
Les Herveux is well placed for day trips both to Bordeaux and the Charente Maritime coast with its well known resorts of La Rochelle and Royan. Closer at hand is the picturesque and famous village of Aubeterre, recognised as one of the most beautiful villages in France. Equally accessible are the chateaux of Dordogne and the grand distilleries of Cognac and Jarnac.

The hilly nature of the south of France is amazing to discover by bike, which is provided. Walks along the vineyards and drinking a pineau de Charente at the end of the day are all things within reach. A lovely market on Monday in the town nearby will submerge you in the local life and offers a wide variety of local produce.
Natuur, heuvelachtig, heerlijk met de racefiets, wandelen langs wijnvelden, platteland taferelen, Pineau de Charente en Cognac proeven in de omgeving, markt van Chalais op maandag bezoeken, Riberac vrijdag, dineren in het kasteel, Chateau van Chalais, rommelmarkten, exposities in t klooster van Chalais

We loved every minute of our stay here - peaceful, heavenly and such a beautiful property and grounds. If you're after a relaxing break then the castle is ideal. We spent three days relaxing by the pool, reading in the deck chairs and BBQ'ing feasts. We didn't leave the property so I'm unsure of surrounding towns etc, however just 45 minutes from Saint Emilion, it was the perfect end to our wine tasting trip. Amazing hosts - very helpful, with absolutely everything you could want within the castle. We couldn't have asked for a better holiday - thank you!

The chateau is in beautiful countryside easily accessible from Bordeaux airport. It's an incredible house, which is clearly treasured by the owners. As the house is precious to them, and rightly so, it's worth thinking about how you're planning to use it during your stay. It's not a chuck-everything-down-and-get-stuck-in sort of place. The outdoor space is a particular joy, with a beautiful pool, and carefully presented gardens. There are a number of places to eat outside, which in wonderful July weather was ideal for us group of girls.

Augusta2017-07-09T00:00:00Z

We where with two families in august at Manoir de Puymangou. The area is very nice with a lot of space around the castle and also the castle itself is huge. The owners are very proud of their property, as they have renovated it completely some years ago. We really had a lovely week in the sun, sitting around the pool and having the kids playing around. Thank you Thierry and Benedict.

Wouter2016-08-21T00:00:00Z

This is a wonderful property. There is plenty of space inside and out. The rooms were well prepared and clean. The bathrooms are a generous size for those bedrooms that shared. We were a group of friends and it worked well. The property is quite remote which is great, but be prepared to take with you basics such as salt, pepper, sugar, fresh milk, etc. The nearest supermarket is about 10 mins away in car and has everything you need. The pool was a delight on hot days.

Patricia is a very caring and considerate person that made our stay a wonderful experience: a friendly welcome, warm in a beautiful environment, pleasant and quiet. The house is well equipped, comfortable and tastefully furnished. The provision for our 3 month old baby a bath and changing table was welcome. The little things every day made us feel like home. In short, our stay was excellent and we will return with great pleasure!